Unlock cost-effective and energy-efficient food drying solutions for the Indian market. This essential guide explores advanced techniques, including freeze, fluidized bed, and ultrasound-assisted drying, crucial for preserving food quality and meeting industry demands. Ideal for food scientists, engineers, and researchers in India, it covers degradation kinetics, vitamin C preservation, energy calculations, and commodity-specific applications like cocoa and coffee bean drying. Enhance your processing systems and improve product quality with practical insights into optimizing drying processes.